See New York with Fresh Eyes – Your Year-Round Companion for Curious Newcomers and Return Visitors Alike. Forget what you think you know about New York. City Stories: New York Seasons is not your typical travel guide to the city – it's an atmospheric and deeply personal journey through one of the world’s most iconic cities. Whether it's your first or tenth visit, this guide reveals the dynamic energy, hidden corners and seasonal contrasts that shape the city’s unique character. Written by a Rough Guides author who explored every location themselves, this is your invitation to experience a more authentic, surprising side of the city. Beautifully designed and full of inspiration, it's also the perfect illustrated gift book for New York lovers.
- A Guide That Moves With the Seasons – Experience New York through the year – each chapter captures the city's shifting mood, from rooftop cocktails and vibrant summer festivals to golden-hued walks in Central Park and ice skating under the city lights.
- Made for Newcomers, Local Travellers and Return Visitors – Whether you're visiting for the first time, returning to explore hidden corners, or rediscovering the city you call home, this New York travel book uncovers lesser-known stories, parks, viewpoints, and seasonal experiences.
- Curated by New York Experts – Written by seasoned travel writers and insiders who know where to find the best seasonal restaurants, quirky events and hidden corners that reveal the capital's true personality.
- A Refreshing Alternative to Traditional Travel Guides – Ditch the standard itineraries. This guide focuses on lived experience, off-the-beaten-path ideas, and the striking contrasts that make New York unforgettable.
- Discover the City Seasonally – From spring picnics in Brooklyn Bridge Park to midsummer gallery nights, autumnal river walks, and winter storytelling festivals, each season brings its own unique energy and atmosphere.
- A Thoughtful Gift and Timeless Keepsake – With its elegant design and rich visuals, this book is a perfect gift for fans of New York.
See New York differently – one season, one story, one adventure at a time. Add City Stories: New York Seasons to your shelf, suitcase or gift list, and discover a city that’s constantly shifting, always ready to reveal something new.
Rough Guides are written by expert authors who are passionate about both writing and travel. They have detailed knowledge of the areas they write about--having either traveled extensively or lived there--and their expertise shines through on every page. It's priceless information, delivered with wit and insight, providing the down-to-earth, honest read that is the hallmark of Rough Guides.
Amy Plitt is a Brooklyn-based writer and editor who has written extensively about New York City. She was previously an editor for Curbed NY, Condé Nast Traveler, and Time Out New York, and has contributed to The New York Times, New York Post, and Gothamist. Her first guidebook, released in 2015, is a guide to sights and attractions near the ends of NYC’s subway lines. Amy’s favorite way to explore a city is on foot, but she always makes time to ride the public transit of whatever place she is visiting.
